Behaviour Support Practitioner — Flexible Caseload, Real Impact

New Dawn Therapy; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor rate

Flexible caseload & scheduling

Clinical supervision & team support

Growth into Proficient/Advanced/Spe c.

Values-led team & real outcomes

Job summary

New Dawn Therapy on the Gold Coast invites a skilled Behaviour Support Practitioner to work with NDIS participants and their support networks, across the Gold Coast and Brisbane regions. You will assess behaviours of concern and design evidence-based, person-centred plans with your clinical team.

Autonomy over your caseload is balanced by multidisciplinary supervision. Travel between sites is expected, and you'll contribute to reducing restrictive practices in line with NDIS Practice Standards.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, ABA, or Social Work.
• Experience with evidence-based, person-centred practice.
• Experience with psychosocial disability, autism, or complex support needs.
• NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner suitability (Proficient/Advanced/Specialist)

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and develop Behaviour Support Plans (including interim and comprehensive plans).
• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred interventions in home, school, and community settings.
• Work collaboratively with participants, families, support workers, and other allied health professionals.
• Provide training and capacity-building for support networks.
• Support the reduction/elimination of restrictive practices in line with NDIS Practice Standards.
• Participate in case discussions and contribute to multidisciplinary planning.
• Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Experience with psychosocial needs

Evidence-based practice

Person-centred approach

Education

Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, ABA, or Social Work

Job description

New Dawn Therapy on the Gold Coast invites a skilled Behaviour Support Practitioner to work with NDIS participants and their support networks, across the Gold Coast and Brisbane regions. You will assess behaviours of concern and design evidence-based, person-centred plans with your clinical team.

Autonomy over your caseload is balanced by multidisciplinary supervision. Travel between sites is expected, and you'll contribute to reducing restrictive practices in line with NDIS Practice Standards.